Expert talk „Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria – How do I deal with the situation?

The severe earthquakes in Turkey and Syria have touched people all over the world – especially those with personal connections to these countries. Those who have relatives and friends in the earthquake-affected areas are very concerned. Uncertainty and fear, but also the knowledge of the immense suffering of the people living there, are stressful and can temporarily cause strong emotions. Even though these emotions are completely understandable and “healthy”, they evoke helplessness, fear, sadness and anger in most people and make it difficult for us to concentrate and function in everyday life.

In this expert talk, we will again provide helpful advice and tips for dealing with these worries. We explain how our brain reacts to natural disasters like earthquakes and show you helpful ways in coping with the situation. Along the way, we will be happy to answer any questions you may have together with an English-speaking expert.